Jingle Bell Cheese Board (Printer-Friendly)

A vibrant selection of cheeses, meats, fruits, nuts, and spreads arranged for festive gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 5.3 oz Brie cheese, whole wheel or wedge
02 - 5.3 oz aged Cheddar, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled or sliced
04 - 4.2 oz goat cheese, log or rounds

→ Charcuterie (optional for non-vegetarians)

05 - 3.5 oz prosciutto
06 - 3.5 oz salami, sliced

→ Fruits

07 - 1 cup red grapes, washed
08 - 1 cup green grapes, washed
09 - 1 pomegranate, seeded
10 - 1 apple, sliced
11 - 1 pear, sliced

→ Nuts & Extras

12 - ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
13 - ½ cup dried cranberries
14 - ½ cup marinated olives
15 - ¼ cup honey
16 - ¼ cup fig jam

→ Crackers & Bread

17 - 1 baguette, sliced
18 - 5.3 oz assorted crackers

→ Garnishes

19 - Fresh rosemary sprigs
20 - Fresh thyme sprigs

# Method:

01 - Place the Brie, Cheddar, blue, and goat cheeses spaced evenly on a large serving board or platter to allow room for other components.
02 - Arrange prosciutto and salami slices around the cheeses, folding slices to enhance visual appeal.
03 - Position red grapes, green grapes, pomegranate seeds, apple, and pear slices in clusters to add vibrant color and contrast.
04 - Scatter candied pecans or walnuts, dried cranberries, and marinated olives into empty spaces for texture and flavor balance.
05 - Put honey and fig jam into small bowls and place them on the board for easy access.
06 - Arrange sliced baguette and assorted crackers in stacks or fanned displays around the board.
07 - Decorate with fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs to impart a festive scent and appearance.
08 - Present immediately with cheese knives and spreaders available for guests to serve themselves.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Colorful presentation with a variety of cheeses, fruits, and accompaniments for visual appeal.
  • Quick and easy to prepare, ready in just 25 minutes with no cooking required.
  • Flexible to accommodate vegetarian options or add savory charcuterie.
  • Perfect for holiday entertaining, offering something for every palate.
02 -
  • Use star-shaped cookie cutters to cut cheese slices for extra holiday flair.
  • Keep apple and pear slices from browning by tossing them lightly with lemon juice before arranging.
  • Serve with small cheese knives and spreaders to make sharing easy for guests.
  • Feel free to swap cheeses or charcuterie for your preference or dietary needs.
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